India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued fresh forecasts warning of widespread rainfall across several regions of the country. A deep depression over Southeast Pakistan and adjoining Rajasthan is driving heavy to very heavy rainfall over parts of Southwest Rajasthan, North Gujarat, and Saurashtra & Kutch, with the possibility of extremely heavy falls at isolated locations.
Meanwhile, eastern and northeastern states, including Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Manipur, are also set to experience heavy downpours, while Odisha is likely to see another spell of intense rain. Here are the details
Western and Northwestern India: Heavy Rainfall Expected
A deep depression over North Gujarat and adjoining Southwest Rajasthan has intensified and is currently moving towards Southeast Pakistan and adjoining Rajasthan & Kutch. Under its influence, several western and northwestern states are likely to witness heavy rainfall in the next few days.
|
Region |
Date |
Expected Rainfall |
|
Saurashtra & Kutch |
09 Sep |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
|
West Rajasthan |
09 Sep |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
|
12-13 Sep |
Light to moderate rain/thunderstorm; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
|
West Uttar Pradesh |
12-13 Sep |
Light to moderate rain/thunderstorm; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
East Uttar Pradesh |
11-12 Sep |
Light to moderate rain/thunderstorm; isolated heavy rainfall |
The depression is expected to gradually weaken after moving westwards across southeast Pakistan and adjoining Rajasthan. Residents of low-lying areas are advised to take precautions against waterlogging.
Central and Eastern India: Scattered Showers Continue
Central and eastern India will experience light to moderate rainfall with isolated heavy showers in several areas. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar are likely to see the most significant rainfall in the coming days.
|
Region |
Date |
Expected Rainfall |
|
West Madhya Pradesh |
14 Sep |
Light to moderate rain/thunderstorm; isolated heavy rainfall |
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East Madhya Pradesh |
10, 11, 13 Sep |
Light to moderate rain; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
Vidarbha |
11-13 Sep |
Light to moderate rain; isolated heavy rainfall |
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Chhattisgarh |
09-14 Sep |
Light to moderate rain/thunderstorm |
|
Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim |
09-10 Sep |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
|
10-13 Sep |
Light to moderate rainfall; heavy to very heavy on 11-12 Sep |
|
|
Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
10-11 Sep |
Light to moderate rainfall |
|
Bihar |
09-13 Sep |
Light to moderate rainfall; isolated heavy showers |
Authorities are monitoring river levels in several states to prevent flood-related hazards.
Northeastern States: Isolated Heavy Rainfall Likely
Northeastern India is expected to receive scattered showers with heavy to very heavy rainfall in some regions. Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Manipur are expected to experience the most significant rainfall.
|
Region |
Date |
Expected Rainfall |
|
Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram & Tripura |
09, 11-14 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
09-14 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; heavy to very heavy rainfall 12-14 Sep |
|
Assam & Meghalaya |
09-14 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; heavy to very heavy rainfall 12-14 Sep |
|
Nagaland & Manipur |
11-12 Sep |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
Local administrations have been asked to prepare for potential waterlogging and landslides in hilly regions.
Southern Peninsula: Showers with Gusty Winds
Southern India will see light to moderate rainfall with isolated heavy showers in several states. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and parts of Karnataka are expected to experience gusty winds alongside rainfall.
|
Region |
Date |
Expected Weather |
|
Tamil Nadu |
09-10 Sep |
Light/moderate rain & thunderstorms; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
09-10 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam |
09-12 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; gusty winds (30-40 kmph) |
|
Interior Karnataka |
10 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; isolated heavy rainfall |
|
Rayalaseema |
11-12 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; gusty winds (30-40 kmph) |
|
Telangana |
10-14 Sep |
Light/moderate rain; isolated heavy rainfall |
Fishermen and coastal communities are advised to exercise caution due to strong surface winds.
Delhi/NCR: Partly Cloudy with Scattered Light Showers
The capital region will experience partly cloudy skies with a few light rain or thunderstorm spells between 09th and 11th September. Daytime temperatures will remain slightly above normal, while nighttime temperatures are expected to stay near or slightly below normal.
|
Date |
Sky Conditions |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed & Direction |
|
09 Sep |
Partly cloudy |
34-36 |
24-26 |
10-15 kmph NW in morning/afternoon, 5-10 kmph NW evening/night |
|
10 Sep |
Partly cloudy |
34-36 |
24-26 |
20-25 kmph NW morning, 15-20 kmph NW rest of day |
|
11 Sep |
Partly cloudy |
33-35 |
23-25 |
15-20 kmph NW morning, 10-15 kmph west afternoon, 10-15 kmph NW evening/night |
Residents are advised to carry umbrellas and take precautions against sudden rainfall.
IMD predicts widespread rainfall across India in the coming week, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in western, northeastern, and eastern regions. Delhi/NCR will remain partly cloudy with scattered light showers. Citizens and authorities are advised to stay alert and follow local safety advisories.
